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INVESTIGATORS began their onsite probe of the blast at a chemical plant in Leverkusen, the Police in the western Germany city of Cologne said on Thursday.
Investigators were now able to enter the site and would be active through the day, a spokesman said.
There was little likelihood that the cause of the blast would be discovered immediately, he added.
Two workers died when solvents exploded on Tuesday morning at a tank depot in a plant operated by the Currenta Company and 31 were injured.
Five remained missing and were presumed to have died.
The Police were accompanied by the environmental authorities, company experts and criminal investigators.
Drones would also be used.
A negligent homicide investigation was opened into the explosion on Wednesday.
The Police said they were doubtful whether all parts of the plant could be entered, as there was danger of structural collapse and contamination with toxic chemicals. (dpa/NAN)
– July 29, 2021 @ 14:35 GMT |
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